Au Sabot Armor / London Sailor 11.5cm Pocket Knife Stainless Horn With Brass Anchor

11.5cm Armor AKA London pattern sailors knife based off the English sheepsfoot mariner knife design. Made in Thiers France for Au Sabot with stainless steel blade and horn handle scales with an inlaid brass anchor.

This knife became popular with sailors in the late 19th century based off the English sheepsfoot sailors knife design which has several different origin stories, all of which revolve around their reduced lethality when used during brawls among sailors or keeping them from being used as weapons for mutiny.

Established in 1870 and still a family run business, Au Sabot makes knives in traditional and original patterns in Thiers France. They utilize a wide range of new and old equipment and Thiers skilled-handwork is the keystone of their production. Au Sabot knives reflect Thiers’ history as the center of practical, affordable French work knives.